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Acquisition RequirementBW000720

Fabrication, welding or metalwork business wanted in South East England by a trade buyer

Manufacturing & EngineeringFabrication, Welding & Metalwork

A UK trade buyer is considering the acquisition of a fabrication, welding or metalwork business in South East England, with annual turnover of £1m to £3m. Confidential approaches from owners or advisers are welcomed. The buyer is open to a full or majority acquisition.

  • Flexible structure
  • South East England
  • £1m to £3m turnover

Acquisition at a glance

Reference BW000720

Acquisition criteria

Reference
BW000720
Status
Active Requirement
Sector
Manufacturing & Engineering
Sub-sector
Fabrication, Welding & Metalwork
Last reviewed
13 July 2026
Target turnover
£1m to £3m
Target location
South East England
Acquisition intent
Consolidation acquisition
Acquisition type
Flexible structure

Buyer and transaction readiness

Buyer type
Trade buyer
Buyer origin
UK
Acquirer scale
Multi-acquisition group
Funding position
Funds agreed subject to deal
Decision readiness
Actively seeking and ready to transact
Transaction experience
Five plus completed acquisitions
Execution capability
Adviser-led

Geographic focus

Target location preference
South East England

Full description

A UK trade buyer is considering the acquisition of a fabrication, welding or metalwork business in South East England.

The target should have annual turnover of £1m to £3m. The search is focused on suitable businesses operating in South East England. The buyer is open to a full or majority acquisition.

Owners of suitable businesses, or advisers acting on their behalf, are invited to make confidential contact.

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